Cruise In The South Of France On The Canal du Midi Aboard The Deluxe Hotel-Barge
CLAIR DE LUNE

BARGE CRUISES: SEVEN DAYS/SIX NIGHTSThe 6-passenger Clair de Lune is tastefully furnished with Mediterranean
plane tree and American cherry wood furnishings. There is a stylish, modern
salon with a comfortable sitting area, a large dining table and a well stocked
bar. There are three spacious cabins, each of which can be configured with a
queen bed or two twin sized beds. Each cabin has a large wardrobe, dressing
table, and an ensuite bathroom, with large shower. The cabins and the salon all
have large picture windows. The beds in each cabin face the windows, so that you
can enjoy the scenery even from inside of the barge. For easy access, the boat
has been built with as few stairs as possible.

A very large sundeck takes command on the exterior of the barge, where you can
lounge in comfort on reclining chairs. Sun-lovers can soak up the sun and cool
down in the Jacuzzi, while those who prefer the shade can relax under the awning
while watching the picturesque scenery unfold. The sundeck is a perfect setting
to enjoy an al fresco lunch or a leisurely candlelit dinner on beautiful summer
evenings.

The Clair de Lune cruises on the quaint Canal du Midi between the charming
village of Homps (near the fortified city of Carcassonne) and Beziers,
discovering some of the most beautiful scenery in the south of France along the
way. During the cruise you will visit historical sites such as the spectacular
Cathar village of Minerve and the walled town of Carcassonne, the elegant city
of Narbonne and enjoy a private wine tasting at a renowned local domaine. Clair
de Lune offers half-board or full-board 6-night cruises as well as 4- and
5-night cruises.

The Clair de Lune team is led by its French owner, Yves Pastor, who is
accompanied by an English-speaking crew: a professionally trained Chef who will
be responsible for all of the meals on board, a tour guide who will lead all of
the excursions, and a hostess. Yves' lifelong love of boating and desire to
provide a luxury barge experience to passengers from all over the world is what
drives his passion for barging. While on board, the crew invites you to relax
and enjoy the landscapes and natural beauty of this magnificent canal. We have
been on board the Clair de Lune many times over the years and think Yves and his
crew provide an excellent cruise on one of the most beautiful canals in France.
We were most recently on board in April 2017, met with the owners and saw the
new sun canopy on deck.

Features

Size of barge: 100 ft by 16.5 ft

Number of Passengers: 6

Number of Cabins (all with private bath): 3

Crew: 4

Air Conditioning and Central Heating: Yes

Salon: Large salon/dining area with corner banquette, club
chairs, and dining table for 6. Four large picture windows.

Accessibility: No gangplank from the shore is needed and
there are no steps to enter the salon. Seven steps from the salon to sundeck.

Bicycles: 6 Touring Bicycles

Wi-Fi: Yes - limited in some areas

Meal Plan: Offers full board, half board and 5-night
cruises

Clair de Lune's Deck Plan

All three cabins can be configured as twin beds or queen bed.

CLAIR DE LUNE
2018 SEASON PRICES in
US DOLLARS

TYPE

REGULARApr 1 thru Oct 27

Charter for 4

$29,830

Charter for 5

$31,245

Charter for 6

$32,650

Half Board Charter for 4

$20,530

Half Board Charter for 5

$21,350

Half Board Charter for 6

$22,285

Four Night Charter for 4

$12,900

Four Night Charter for 5

$14,660

Four Night Charter for 6

$16,420

Five Night Half Board Charter for 4

$19,935

Five Night Half Board Charter for 5

$20,530

Five Night Half Board Charter for 6

$21,115

Please visit our ... Special Offers Page
... to see potential discounts for this barge or many others.

What's Included
- 7 days and 6 nights on the barge in a cabin with ensuite bathroom
- Transfers from Narbonne or Beziers to the barge and return
- All meals beginning with dinner on Sunday through breakfast on Saturday,
including one meal at a local restaurant with wine of guests' choice
- All wines with lunches and dinners
- Open bar
- All escorted side-excursions (golf, etc. at additional cost)
- Use of bicycles

What's Not Included
- Overseas air transportation to Paris and return
- Transportation from Paris to Narbonne or Beziers and return
- Suggested 5% gratuity for the crew, to be paid in equivalent Euros to the
captain
- Trip cancellation insurance

Clair de Lune
2018 Season Cruise Schedule*

Week

Route (Or Reverse)

Season

Apr 8

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Apr 15

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Apr 22

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Apr 29

Beziers-Homps

Regular

May 6

Homps-Beziers

Regular

May 13

Beziers-Homps

Regular

May 20

Homps-Beziers

Regular

May 27

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Jun 3

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Jun 10

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Jun 17

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Jun 24

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Jul 1 - Aug 4

Not Cruising

Cruise Schedule* ... continued

Week

Route (Or Reverse)

Season

Aug 5

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Aug 12

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Aug 19

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Aug 26

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Sep 2

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Sep 9

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Sep 16

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Sep 23

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Sep 30

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Oct 7

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Oct 14

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Oct 21

Homps-Beziers

Regular

2018 Season Cruise Schedule*

Week

Route (Or Reverse)

Season

Apr 8

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Apr 15

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Apr 22

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Apr 29

Beziers-Homps

Regular

May 6

Homps-Beziers

Regular

May 13

Beziers-Homps

Regular

May 20

Homps-Beziers

Regular

May 27

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Jun 3

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Jun 10

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Jun 17

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Jun 24

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Jul 1 - Aug 4

Not Cruising

Week

Route (Or Reverse)

Season

Aug 5

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Aug 12

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Aug 19

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Aug 26

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Sep 2

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Sep 9

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Sep 16

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Sep 23

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Sep 30

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Oct 7

Homps-Beziers

Regular

Oct 14

Beziers-Homps

Regular

Oct 21

Homps-Beziers

Regular

*Note: Cruise directions and sample itineraries may
be in reverse
and are subject to change and may depend on bookings and local navigation
conditions.
Alternate excursions of equal appeal are substituted when needed.
For charter cruises special itineraries can be arranged.

SAMPLE ITINERARY*
Canal du Midi
Beziers to Homps 2018

Canal du Midi

L'Oppidum d'Enserunes

Narbonne,
Archbishop's Palace

Minervois Vineyards

Carcassonne

Sunday - Beziers
Guests are met at Beziers or Narbonne and transferred by private chauffeured
minibus to Clair de Lune. The crew welcomes you on board with a glass of chilled
champagne and canapés. Time for a short cruise before your first dinner
on board.

Monday - Colombiers to Capestang
During this morning's cruise you can enjoy the sundeck or perhaps cycle or walk
at your leisure on the banks of the Canal du Midi. After lunch, there is a
private wine-tasting and visit to the Oppidum d'Ensérune, a 2000-year-old
hilltop archeological city-site located near the mooring,
Tuesday - Capestang to La Croisade
After breakfast cruise to La Croisade. Lunch will be on board. During the
afternoon visit, we take an excursion to Pézenas, a delightful village,
mostly known for its associations with the famous French playwright
Molière, who is said to have written many plays while staying there.
Dinner on board.

Wednesday - La Croisade to Le Somail
After breakfast, we drive to the beautiful city of Narbonne, a Roman
Mediterranean capital where the Visigoth monarchs once lived. Enjoy the
Archbishop's Palace and Roman Horreum and explore the indoor market, Les Halles
de Narbonne, at the hub of this bustling town where you will have time to shop
or simply absorb the relaxed atmosphere. Then we enjoy lunch in a typical French
restaurant close to Les Halles. After returning to Clair de Lune, enjoy a
relaxing afternoon cruise to Le Somail. Dinner on board.

Thursday - Le Somail to Argens-Minervois
In the morning we cruise to Argens-Minervois. After lunch, we take you to
the impressive village of Minerve, boasting a 12th century Cathar fort
surrounded by deep limestone gorges. Besieged by Simon de Montfort in 1210, its
hilltop location affords spectacular views. A fascinating recreation in
miniature of the blood thirsty Cathar rebellion and a small museum complete this
intriguing visit. On the way back to the barge we visit a producer of fine
Minervois wines, Domaine Massamier La Mignarde, for a private tasting. Dinner on
board.

Friday - Argens-Minervois to Homps
This morning you embark on the last cruise to Homps, one of the main commercial
harbors in the old times. We will pass four locks and enjoy lunch ashore
in a Homps restaurant on the banks of the Canal du Midi. After lunch, your guide
will accompany you to Carcassonne,the restored and most
complete medieval fortified city in existence today, dating back to the Gallo
Roman era. With its 52 watchtowers, portcullis and extraordinary repertoire of
defenses, it resisted the many armies who tried to storm this Camelot setting.
You can walk the ramparts and step back in time. Last dinner on board.
Saturday - Homps
After breakfast, guests are transferred by private chauffeured minibus to their
choice of location in Narbonne.

Note: This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. On alternate weeks
the cruise is in the reverse direction.

Passenger Comments:

The trip was fabulous. Everything was handled beautifully. The food was a work
of art, and delicious. The service was impeccable. The staff was friendly and
attentive. I loved it all. The high points were certainly the food; the trip to
the market with Alex, the chef; Yves playing guitar and singing for us; Ruth's
descriptions of the cheeses and wines.
L.V. Puerto Rico April 2015

Absolutely wonderful!!! The trip exceeded all of our expectations and our
expectations were very high to begin. We (the 3 couples) had a debriefing (as I
like to call it) and we all agreed the cruise and the crew, especially the very
talented chef Alex, made this trip an event of a lifetime.
P.S. TN USA April 2015

The barge was in excellent condition The crew was outstanding The food was
creative and suburb. The cabins were well designed and comfortable. The bathroom
was surprisingly good. We really enjoyed the picture windows which made the
cabin more comfortable. The high points were the visit to Carcassonnem the crew
and the meals.
D & A K, MA USA, June 2014